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S234 RVR

1998 Renault Espace

Silver Petrol 2963cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

123,354 mi
Last recorded123,354 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2016
Typical for 1998 Renault Espace110,776 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS234 RVR
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,963cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2016 123,354 miles

exhaust blow manfold

Pass 27 Aug 2015 117,055 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 111,331 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 107,604 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

sticker on windscreen but out of drivers view

unable to carry out full inspection of front brake pads

unable to carry out full inspection of rear brake pads

Pass 23 Aug 2012 104,323 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 23 Aug 2012 104,323 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 25 Aug 2011 99,835 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

os and ns front top suspension bearings tight

Pass 19 Aug 2010 94,816 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 89,059 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 8 Aug 2008 83,113 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 6 Aug 2007 77,087 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 72,540 miles

How Reliable is the Renault Espace?

Based on 469,246 MOT tests across 52,820 vehicles.

64.8%
Pass Rate
6,944
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
52,820
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 29,077
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 19,838
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 19,467
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 13,870
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 13,628
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S234 RVR is a 1998 Renault Espace in Silver with a 2,963cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1998 Renault Espace models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.0% with a typical mileage of 110,776 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Renault Espace fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 29,077 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S234 RVR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault Espace typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 28 years old, this Renault Espace is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was S234 RVR registered?

S234 RVR is a 1998 Renault Espace, first registered on 7 August 1998.

Is S234 RVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for S234 RVR shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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